Beginner riders, particularly those with a fondness for sportbikes, are very lucky these days as there’s a growing number of approachable yet performance-oriented models on the market. A good chunk of these models come from Kawasaki, in particular, with the Ninja 400 and 650 being popular among novice and intermediate riders. In the 2023 model-year, Kawasaki added to this with the Ninja ZX-4RR, a pint-sized, inline-four screamer.
For 2024, it’s continuing the lineup, with the addition of the Ninja ZX-4R. The ZX-4R and its double-R sibling indeed have a lot in common, but the ZX-4R is slightly more affordable as it misses out on some of the farkles found on its more premium sibling. The platform has been proven to offer a solid blend of real-world enjoyment and track potential thanks to its approachable dimensions and manageable weight.
